This hotel is well located for getting to all the interesting areas of Berlin. An easy five minute walk to the S-Bahn. The hotel was easy to find, quick and efficient reception service. The room was large and very clean. Breakfast was brilliant. The whole hotel impressed me. At first glance the area seemed a little doubtful but it was absolutely fine to walk around late evening and we felt very safe. There are some nice pubs and restaurants close by so all in all we really felt this was a good choice and we would stay here again.

Decided on the upstalboom after reading a few reviews and them being the only hotel with a triple room.

We got to the upstalboom just before midnight to be greeted by a smiley receptionist very quick and easy check in. The room was Big with two single beds and one fold out sofa bed. The bathroom was basic with toilet and shower(no bath) and a washing basin. Our highlight was the fridge it was HUGE and we could fit all our alcohol in it.

Breakfast-Really good, good choice of cold cuts/cheeses, Cereals different types of breads. Hot foods sausages/eggs/hashbrowns. Lots of different choices of teas and juices. Fresh cakes-i recommend the cheesecake if you are so lucky to get some. We didnt it went really quickly and they didnt bring out anymore.

There is a gym and sauna room which i didnt use but had a look at. very basic gym and small sauna room.

Internet terminal we read was free didnt manage to use it as they had a private function in the room you need to go through to get to the terminal. It also has a printer too.

Unfortunatly the thing we were looking forward to most is the roof terrace bar but it was closed due to cold weather and snow.

Otherwise everything in hotel was good and for the price you couldnt ask for a better hotel in a great location.We found it easier to get the the hotel from Warschaser Strabe (5-10mins walk), which has all the S/U Bahn lines so easy to get to from the airport.
Lots of bars and restaurants nearby on Simon Dach Strabe.

We arrived at the hotel tired and hungry but from the moment we entered the bright welcoming reception area to stepping into a lovely clean room we knew we had made a good choice. Staff were friendly and helpful, the evening buffet was inexpensive whilst allowing us to sample some German food without the risk of going hungry! The breakfast (bread rolls, jam, cereals, meats, cheeses, bacon, sausage, scrambled egg, salad, fruit etc etc) was filling and an excellent preparation for a day's sightseeing!
The room was comfortable and airy, the roof garden terrace is a must although we didn't find it until our last night! Some fantastic views when clear.
All in all an excellent value for money base to explore everything that Berlin has to offer. We are definitely returning next year!

Why do I love this hotel? It struggles to reach it's 4 star rating by normal standards. You only get a shower,no room safe (although valuables can be kept at reception at no charge), no tea / coffee facility, no trouser press . no robes and the hotel itself, while not in a seedy area is all the same a little worn!
However what you do get is a hotel where you will feel immediately at home in. Rooms while small are tastefully furnished clean and well presented. Linen and towels are good quality. Staff friendly and efficient. Gym and sauna are free of charge. A delightful roof garden with bar is available in suitable weather. Breakfast is inclusive in the room charge with an extensive choice that puts many hotels were breakfast is an extra to shame.
The hotel is well situated for public transport to all areas of Berlin. Tram routes M10 M13 and 21 are minutes away (M10 runs all night). The S Bahn is just 5 min including the S9 that gives direct access to Schonefield airport and the S7 to Potsdam. The U Bahn ( U1 ) 7 min.
In conclusion, a hotel that is not quite 4 star but neither is the cost. A hotel that is modern but charming in one of the most atmospheric parts of Berlin. Highly recommended.